A Peace to End All Peace: The Fall of the Ottoman Empire and the Creation of the Modern Middle East

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Book Synopsis: Published with a new afterword from the author—the classic, bestselling account of how the modern Middle East was createdThe Middle East has long been a region of rival religions, ideologies, nationalisms, and ambitions. All of these conflicts—including the hostilities between Arabs and Israelis, and the violent challenges posed by Iraq's competing sects—are rooted in the region's political inheritance: the arrangements, unities, and divisions imposed by the Allies after the First World War.In A Peace to End All Peace, David Fromkin reveals how and why the Allies drew lines on an empty map that remade the geography and politics of the Middle East. Focusing on the formative years of 1914 to 1922, when all seemed possible, he delivers in this sweeping and magisterial book the definitive account of this defining time, showing how the choices narrowed and the Middle East began along a road that led to the conflicts and confusion that continue to this day.A new afterword from Fromkin, written for this edition of the book, includes his invaluable, updated assessment of this region of the world today, and on what this history has to teach us.

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Are you fascinated by the history and complexities of the Middle East? Dive into the captivating world of the fall of the Ottoman Empire and the creation of the modern Middle East with "A Peace to End All Peace." This bestselling book by David Fromkin offers a rich exploration of the political inheritance that has shaped this region for decades.

Discover the riveting story of how the Allies, in the aftermath of World War I, meticulously crafted the Middle East by drawing lines on an empty map. Fromkin's comprehensive account takes you back to a time of hope and possibility, providing a deep understanding of the choices made and the consequences that followed.

Unravel the complexities of rival religions, ideologies, nationalisms, and ambitions that have fueled the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Through Fromkin's meticulous research and insightful analysis, you'll gain a fresh perspective on the root causes of hostilities between Arabs and Israelis and the challenges faced by Iraq's competing sects.

With a newly added afterword from the author, this edition of "A Peace to End All Peace" also sheds light on the current state of the Middle East. Fromkin's updated assessment provides valuable insights into the region's present-day dynamics, showing us the invaluable lessons that history can teach.

Take a journey into the past and grasp the complex origins of the Middle East's geopolitical landscape. Start reading "A Peace to End All Peace" today and deepen your understanding of this consequential region. Click here to buy now and embark on an enlightening adventure.

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